Katherine Dunham Centers for Arts and Humanities
Katherine Dunham Centers for Arts and Humanities1005 Pennsylvania Avenue
East St. Louis, Illinois 62201
Katherine Dunham Centers for Arts and Humanities
The Katherine Dunham Museum houses Miss Dunham’s outstanding collection of symbolic and functional art, including more than 250 African and Caribbean art objects from more than 50 countries.
Tapestries, paintings, sculpture, musical instruments and ceremonial costumes from around the world celebrate the human spirit of the Museum.
The museum displays costumes, photographs, programs, letters, awards and mementos from Miss Dunham’s career as a dancer, choreographer, teacher, writer and dance company owner.